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About Us

Empowering Communities and Inclusion Through Technology

HighUpWeb Foundation is a grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to closing the digital divide and empowering underserved communities in Cameroon through access to digital skills and technology. Founded in 2022, the Foundation is committed to building an inclusive digital future by providing free ICT training, mentorship, and access to essential tools for youth, internally displaced persons (IDPs), women, and adults over 40.

 

Through its growing network of training centers and community-based initiatives, HighUpWeb Foundation has already equipped over 200 individuals with practical skills in computer literacy, digital marketing, web development, graphic design, and entrepreneurship. These transformative programs not only enhance employability and income generation but also promote digital inclusion, resilience, and dignity for populations often excluded from the benefits of the digital economy.

 

The Foundation’s ability to engage vulnerable populations including displaced persons from conflict-affected English speaking regions has made it a trusted partner in Cameroon’s efforts toward sustainable development and digital equity. Through collaborative partnerships with educational institutions, grassroots networks, and local development actors, the Foundation continues to expand its reach and impact.

 

By investing in human capital and digital empowerment, HighUpWeb Foundation is building a generation of informed, connected, and self-reliant individuals who can contribute meaningfully to their communities and the broader economy.

Mission

HighUpWeb Foundation empowers underserved communities by providing free digital skills training, mentorship, and access to technology, nurturing social inclusion, economic independence, and lifelong learning for youth, displaced persons, adults, and the elderly.

Vision

To build a digitally inclusive Cameroon where every person, regardless of age, background, or circumstance, can access the skills and tools needed to thrive in a technology driven world.

Values

We value inclusion, empowerment, and integrity. Our work is driven by a commitment to innovation, community support, and resilience, as we strive to create lasting impact through respectful and transparent engagement with those we serve.

Our Team

Meet the passionate individuals driving our mission forward. Each member of our team is dedicated to
empowering communities through digital skills, innovation, and inclusive development.

Jude Romeo Nkwain

Founder & President

Lidwina Bi

Vice President

Nwachan Betrand

Programs Director

Tenneng Desmond

Operations Officer

Our Founder

Jude Romeo Song Nkwain is a passionate digital advocate and social entrepreneur committed to using technology as a tool for empowerment and inclusion. With over a decade of experience in web development and digital training, he has dedicated his career to bridging the digital divide in underserved communities. His deep understanding of the challenges faced by youth, displaced persons, and adults in accessing digital opportunities led him to establish HighUpWeb Foundation in 2022, a nonprofit focused on free digital skills training in Cameroon.

 

In addition to founding HighUpWeb Foundation, Romeo is also the visionary behind HighUpWeb Academy, a digital learning hub that trains youth and adults in practical tech skills; HighUpWeb Driving School, an innovation-driven initiative digitalising driving instruction and promoting road safety; and HighUpWeb Agency, a web development and digital services company helping small businesses grow through strong online presence. Each of these ventures reflects his mission to create sustainable, tech-driven solutions for real-world problems.

 

As Founder and President of HighUpWeb Foundation, Jude Romeo leads with empathy and a hands-on approach, mentoring learners, engaging communities, and forming impactful partnerships. Under his leadership, the Foundation has empowered thousands to use digital skills to secure jobs, start businesses, and uplift others.

 

Known for his humility and community-driven vision, he continues to inspire a movement of changemakers across Cameroon and beyond, driven by a mission to make digital empowerment a right for all.